Vahidyeganeh, AliŞimsek, Görkem MuttalipJabeen, SaherBebek, ÖzkanYapıcı, Güney Güven2017-07-102017-07-1020170255-5476http://hdl.handle.net/10679/5432https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/MSF.887.104Shape memory alloys with their phase transformation properties; have been broadly implemented in smart structures. In this study, a functional design is presented where two wires actuate antagonistically to achieve motion in bending. Effect of heat treatment parameters on the actuator materials is investigated. For this purpose, a novel experimental test bench appropriate for characterizing a smart joint is presented, and joint performance including actuation force and cyclic behavior are demonstrated. Accordingly, a smart joint configuration capable of 60 degrees bending with a repeatability of 50 cycles is developed.engrestrictedAccessarticle88710410710.4028/www.scientific.net/MSF.887.104ActuatorBendingCyclic behaviorNitinol (NiTi)Shape memory alloy (SMA)Smart joint2-s2.0-85014930539